Hundred Flowers Decoction,From *Ten Convenient and Effective Formulas*, cited in *Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 157.,For impaired lung qi, coughing with counterflow of qi, and chest and diaphragm discomfort.
Hundred Flowers Decoction
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Formulas Name : Hundred Flowers Decoction
Chinese Name : 百花汤
Drug Formulation
4 liang of apricot kernels, 4 liang of fresh ginger (grind to extract juice, then grind finely with the apricot kernels), and half a jin of white honey.
Source
From *Ten Convenient and Effective Formulas*, cited in *Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 157.
Processing
Mix all ingredients thoroughly, place in a porcelain container, steam until cooked, and stir with a willow spoon until it forms a paste.
Benefits
For impaired lung qi, coughing with counterflow of qi, and chest and diaphragm discomfort.
Instructions for Use
Take one spoonful, dissolved in boiling water, and swallow with warm water.
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Hundred Flowers Decoction,For impaired lung qi, coughing with counterflow of qi, and chest and diaphragm discomfort.